St. Louis woke up on Friday, March 27 to light rain, low 40s and a raw north wind doing its best to cut through every jacket in town. Showers are most likely before 10 a.m., with the afternoon high expected to reach near 52 as clouds gradually thin. Along the river, the wind will make it feel colder than the thermometer suggests, and skies should turn mostly clear tonight with a low near 33. If you live near the river or have early plans, expect slick sidewalks and a blustery commute.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
North winds are expected to average around 16 mph, with gusts near 26 mph through the afternoon, so unsecured patio furniture and lightweight yard items could be tossed around. Those breezes should ease after sunset, although lingering gusts may still make walking or cycling a bit unpleasant this evening. Drivers in taller vehicles near the riverfront should use extra caution as the wind funnels through exposed stretches.
Weekend And Next Week
Saturday morning looks much cooler - a hard freeze is likely across much of the region with many spots dropping to or below 32°F before rebounding to a sunny afternoon near 57. Gardeners will want to cover tender plants Saturday morning. Temperatures bounce back quickly: Sunday should top out near 70, and early next week readings could surge into the mid-80s with a growing chance of showers and thunderstorms by Tuesday and Wednesday, and rain likely Wednesday night into Thursday. Those swings follow a brief warm stretch earlier this month and will reshape outdoor plans across the metro. According to the National Weather Service St. Louis, these are the primary forecast expectations for the coming week.
Local Context
The flip from warm to cool has been quick this month, after an early taste of spring and a rude awakening of storms. That shift was captured in early-month warmup and storms coverage on March 10. Gardeners should move potted plants indoors or cover them Friday night, and event planners will want to keep an eye on forecasts for those potential midweek thunderstorms.
Quick Tips
Grab an umbrella for the morning commute and dress in layers, since the wind will make it feel cooler than the actual air temperature. Protect sensitive plants Saturday morning, and check the forecast again on Monday if you are lining up outdoor plans later in the week.
